Masked Gunman Robs Boost Mobile Store in Temple

Police in Temple are searching for a man who robbed a cell phone shop at gunpoint Monday night.

Officers responded to the Boost Mobile shop at 1408 South 31st Street shortly after 6 PM. Witnesses told them a man wearing a ski mask had entered the store, flashed a handgun, and demanded money. He then fled the scene on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.

No injuries were reported.

The suspect is described as a black male around 5'8” tall, last seen wearing a gray hoodie and dark sweatpants.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Temple Police Department at 254-298-5500 or Bell County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-729-TIPS (local 254-526-TIPS). Callers may remain anonymous.